He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time,  but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.

2 Timothy 1:9, 10

Good morning, reader, beloved in the faith.  What is our calling?  Timothy was clear on that – we are called to live holy lives.  Not to earn our salvation, or any such thing, but we are called because God calls us.  We did not earn this, we are called!  Why we are called is to be found in the grace of God.

That grace is a free gift of God.  It was there even before time began but has shone in all its brightness in Jesus Christ who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.  All of us believers rejoice in this unbelievably wonderful work of God.  Since He did it, it is perfect.  When He offers it, it is surely true.

My Lord Jesus, settle me completely on this knowledge that exceeds worldly knowledge.  May I cling to your salvation all my days and beyond!